Hi there! I’m a seasoned editor with a strong track record in documentary and narrative film, combining archival material with precise, emotionally resonant storytelling. I thrive in high-pressure workflows and excel at shaping pacing, rhythm, and narrative through careful collaboration with directors and producers. Most recently, I led editing on Netflix projects and other feature documentaries, delivering cohesive, engaging episodes and films for global audiences while maintaining a friendly, team-focused approach to every project.

Mariana Franco

Hi there! I’m a seasoned editor with a strong track record in documentary and narrative film, combining archival material with precise, emotionally resonant storytelling. I thrive in high-pressure workflows and excel at shaping pacing, rhythm, and narrative through careful collaboration with directors and producers. Most recently, I led editing on Netflix projects and other feature documentaries, delivering cohesive, engaging episodes and films for global audiences while maintaining a friendly, team-focused approach to every project.

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Hi there! I’m a seasoned editor with a strong track record in documentary and narrative film, combining archival material with precise, emotionally resonant storytelling. I thrive in high-pressure workflows and excel at shaping pacing, rhythm, and narrative through careful collaboration with directors and producers.

Most recently, I led editing on Netflix projects and other feature documentaries, delivering cohesive, engaging episodes and films for global audiences while maintaining a friendly, team-focused approach to every project.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Lead Editor at Ronaldinho Docuseries - Netflix
March 2, 2025 - March 2, 2026
Edited the Ronaldinho Netflix docuseries, handling narrative structure, pacing, and rhythm. Collaborated closely with directors and producers in a high-level professional workflow. Work involved blending archival and newly shot material to create engaging storytelling.
Editor at Rada, The Movie
March 2, 2025 - March 2, 2026
Edited the feature documentary, integrating archival footage and musical performance into a tight emotional narrative.
Editor at Netflix Original Documentary – Desobedientes
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Edited the 8-episode documentary, balancing artistic vision with meticulous attention to detail and narrative cohesion.
Assistant Editor at Higuita: The Way of the Scorpion – Netflix
November 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Assisted editing for a Netflix documentary; contributed to narrative structure, pacing, and collaboration with directors and producers.
Editor at ATCHUGARRY MONUMENTAL – Documentary
February 26, 2022 - August 29, 2022
Created high-impact video content focused on social, human, and environmental issues for global audiences.
Social Impact Editor at Factstory
August 2, 2020 - Present
Creating high-impact video content focused on social, human, and environmental issues for global audiences.

Education

Film editing degree at Escuela internacional cine y televisión
January 1, 2018 - March 1, 2018
Bachelor's degree, Journalism, media studies and communication at Universidad ORT Uruguay
March 2, 2008 - March 4, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment